Marker. the Pakistani Ambassador. counters the objections of some Members of Congress to granting Pakistan an exemption from the 1976 Symington amendment. This law prohibits U.S. aid to countries trying to acquire or develop nuclear arsenals. Pakistans special exemption expired on September 30 and needs to be reinstated if critical United States assistance to Pakistan is to resume. Pakistans role in assisting the 3 million Afghan refugees has been an invaluable contribution to the cause of freedom in neighboring Afghanistan. In light of the expected debate over this important issue in the days ahead. I urge my colleagues to give careful consideration to the Ambassadors arguments in favor of a new exemption.
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